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Monday, November 17, 2014

Vatican City, 16 November 2014 (VIS) –
After the Angelus prayer, Pope Francis spoke about the tensions that
have emerged during recent days between residents and immigrants in
various areas of Rome.

“These are events that have occurred
in various European cities, especially in outlying areas where other
hardships are experienced. I invite all institutions, at all levels,
to consider as a priority what now constitutes a social emergency and
which, if not faced as soon as possible and in an appropriate manner,
risks degenerating further. The Christian community makes concrete
efforts to ensure that encounter takes the place of confrontation.
Citizens and immigrants, with representatives of institutions, can
meet, even in a room in the parish, and speak together about the
situation. The important thing is not to yield to the temptation of
confrontation, rejecting every form of violence. It is possible to
engage in dialogue, to listen, to plan together and, in this way,
overcome suspicion and prejudice, and to build a safer, more peaceful
and inclusive co-existence”.

He also remarked that today is World
Day of Remembrance for Traffic Victims. “Let us remember in prayer
those who have lost their lives in these circumstances”. He
concluded, “I hope for constant efforts in the prevention of road
accidents, as well as prudence and respect for traffic laws by
drivers”.